6 Mashed Potato DOs and DON’Ts You Need To Know

If you’ve never made mashed potatoes from scratch, you might think that it would be hard to mess up. I mean, you take potatoes, mash them, and BOOM, you have mashed potatoes.

But anyone who has tried their hand at making homemade mashed potatoes knows that getting the perfect flavor and consistency can be tricky, especially if you think you’re doing the right thing. These 6 mashed potato do’s and don’ts are easy to remember and will lead to a perfect batch of mashed potatoes every single time. Plus, there’s a few tips for how to remedy your biggest mashed potato struggles. What more could you ask for?